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title: "Diagnostic Microscope Equipment ENT Stack"
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buyer: "UNITED LINCOLNSHIRE TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS TRUST"
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# Diagnostic Microscope Equipment ENT Stack

Buyer: UNITED LINCOLNSHIRE TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b75b0ce9-dafc-4ecf-b425-7962a2b88fa0

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## Summary

The procurement process led by the United Lincolnshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust pertains to the acquisition of Diagnostic Microscope Equipment ENT Stack. Classified under industry category CPV 38510000 for microscopes, the procurement took place in Lincoln, United Kingdom. The procurement method was selective, executed through a call-off from a framework agreement. The award stage has been reached and completed, with the contract officially awarded on 18th February 2026. The contract period is set to begin on 31st March 2026 and conclude on 30th March 2031. The total awarded value stands at £185,486 GBP, highlighting a significant investment in advanced medical equipment.

This tender represents substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in medical diagnostics and equipment manufacturing. Particularly well-suited are companies with a focus on medical technology development and provision, capable of delivering high-precision diagnostic solutions. Although the procurement favours established suppliers, such as Karl Storz Endoscopy (UK) Limited, SMEs that can navigate framework agreement call-offs may also find opportunity. Businesses that can offer innovative, cost-effective solutions within the niche of diagnostic microscopes stand to benefit from similar future procurements in the healthcare sector.

## Notice

Provision of Diagnostic microscope equipment - ENT Stack system

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c281cd49-7a11-4979-8065-9ebfaf1a7f13 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 30 Mar 2026 - 30 Mar 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £65,271 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £185,486 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNITED LINCOLNSHIRE TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS TRUST |
| Locality | LINCOLN |
| Post town | Lincoln |
| Postcode | LN2 5QY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF3 Lincolnshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF30 Lincolnshire CC |
| Local authority | Lincoln |
| Electoral ward | Abbey |
| Westminster constituency | Lincoln |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | KARL STORZ ENDOSCOPY (UK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 38510000 - Microscopes

## Release History

- 14 May 2026 at 09:43 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c281cd49-7a11-4979-8065-9ebfaf1a7f13

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c281cd49-7a11-4979-8065-9ebfaf1a7f13
  14th May 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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